National Bank Alert: Scammers Exploit "Digital Tenge" in Fake Investment Schemes

The National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan (NBK) is issuing an urgent warning to citizens regarding the spread of false advertisements and fraudulent investment offers involving the Digital Tenge6 reports Atameken business. 

Recently, social media platforms have seen an increase in misinformation promoting a "state investment project based on the Digital Tenge." Scammers promise high returns in a short period, falsely claiming guaranteed support from the state and the National Bank.

Cybercriminals lure citizens to specially designed phishing websites by creating a false sense of urgency, using slogans like "limited opportunity." Once on these platforms:

• A fake "personal account" is created for the user.

• Virtual figures are displayed to show "growing profits," encouraging victims to invest more money.

• Ultimately, the scammers seize the funds and disappear.

Official Statement from the National Bank:

The National Bank officially declares that the Digital Tenge is not an investment tool and is not designed for generating profit. The Digital Tenge is simply a new form of the national currency intended for payments.

Important Reminders regarding National Bank Employees:

• They do not make audio or video calls to individuals.

• They do not maintain personal accounts or conduct cash settlements with citizens.

• They do not offer investments in mutual funds or financial products.

• They do not engage in the insurance of monetary funds.

Safety Recommendations:

Citizens are urged to exercise extreme caution:

1. Do not follow suspicious links or answer calls from unknown numbers.

2. Do not install remote access applications on your devices.

3. Never disclose personal data, SMS verification codes, or bank card details to third parties.

4. Verify all information exclusively through the official website: nationalbank.kz.